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South Korean detained President Yoon Suk Yeol denied on Tuesday that he ordered the military to drag lawmakers out of parliament during a short-lived plan to impose martial law. Having skipped the first two of five planned hearings in his impeachment trial, Yoon made his first appearance before South Korea’s Constitutional Court, where approximately 4,000 supporters gathered amid heavy security.
The suspended president addressed allegations made by Lt. Gen Kwak Jong-keun, former chief of the army special warfare command, who had stated that Yoon ordered him to forcibly remove parliamentarians. When directly questioned by the judge, Yoon responded with a firm denial. According to Kwak’s testimony at the national assembly last month, Yoon had called him on a secure phone to order the immediate removal of legislators who had not yet reached a quorum to vote down martial law.
Speaking before the court, Yoon emphasized his lifelong commitment to liberal democracy, particularly during his public service. He urged the justices, tasked with defending the country’s constitution, to consider his case favorably.
The case originates from December 3, 2024, when Yoon declared martial law in a televised address, claiming it was necessary to protect South Korea from alleged North Korean communist forces, which he attributed to his political opponents. Military forces were immediately deployed to prevent access to the National Assembly. However, in a display of broad public opposition, protesters assisted parliamentarians in climbing over fences to enter the building for an emergency session.
On December 4, 2024, the National Assembly united to denounce the decree, producing a unanimous vote of 190-0 to lift martial law. Thus, following Article 77 of the Constitution of the Republic of Korea, the Korean military and police forces respected the vote and withdrew from Parliament.
The Democratic Party, the main opposition party, subsequently led the impeachment process, describing Yoon’s actions as “illegal and unconstitutional.” They argued the decree lacked proper procedural basis, as it was issued without State Council resolution. The National Assembly impeached Yoon on December 14, leading to his arrest last week after his security detail blocked an initial failed attempt. He became the first sitting South Korean president to face detention.
The Constitutional Court has 180 days to decide whether to uphold his impeachment. If confirmed, South Korea must hold new presidential elections within 60 days. The prosecution, appointed by parliament, has criticized Yoon’s defense as contradictory and irrational, particularly regarding his claims about national security threats. Despite this, Yoon’s legal team has indicated he will comply with the court’s final decision.
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The suspended president addressed allegations made by Lt. Gen Kwak Jong-keun, former chief of the army special warfare command, who had stated that Yoon ordered him to forcibly remove parliamentarians. When directly questioned by the judge, Yoon responded with a firm denial. According to Kwak’s testimony at the national assembly last month, Yoon had called him on a secure phone to order the immediate removal of legislators who had not yet reached a quorum to vote down martial law.
Speaking before the court, Yoon emphasized his lifelong commitment to liberal democracy, particularly during his public service. He urged the justices, tasked with defending the country’s constitution, to consider his case favorably.
The case originates from December 3, 2024, when Yoon declared martial law in a televised address, claiming it was necessary to protect South Korea from alleged North Korean communist forces, which he attributed to his political opponents. Military forces were immediately deployed to prevent access to the National Assembly. However, in a display of broad public opposition, protesters assisted parliamentarians in climbing over fences to enter the building for an emergency session.
On December 4, 2024, the National Assembly united to denounce the decree, producing a unanimous vote of 190-0 to lift martial law. Thus, following Article 77 of the Constitution of the Republic of Korea, the Korean military and police forces respected the vote and withdrew from Parliament.
The Democratic Party, the main opposition party, subsequently led the impeachment process, describing Yoon’s actions as “illegal and unconstitutional.” They argued the decree lacked proper procedural basis, as it was issued without State Council resolution. The National Assembly impeached Yoon on December 14, leading to his arrest last week after his security detail blocked an initial failed attempt. He became the first sitting South Korean president to face detention.
The Constitutional Court has 180 days to decide whether to uphold his impeachment. If confirmed, South Korea must hold new presidential elections within 60 days. The prosecution, appointed by parliament, has criticized Yoon’s defense as contradictory and irrational, particularly regarding his claims about national security threats. Despite this, Yoon’s legal team has indicated he will comply with the court’s final decision.
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